About this role
Job summary This is a full time/Part time role on days or nights Shift times: 8am to 8pm or 8pm to 8am Note: We are not accepting sponsorships or switch. ABOUT THE ROLE As a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too. It's a chance to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. Every day will be different, so you can expect to undertake work that's as varied as it is rewarding. As a Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each of our residents has one-to-one time. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Care Assistant you'll need to have some experience of caring for older people, a can-do approach and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and wa
Main duties of the job This Care Assistant role at Barchester Healthcare involves providing care at a care home in Swindon. The position is available on a permanent basis with options for full or part-time hours, including day and night shifts from 8am to 8pm or 8pm to 8am. Key responsibilities include assisting residents with daily living activities, providing support and companionship, and helping them enjoy each day to its fullest. Candidates are expected to have at least one year of experience caring for older adults, strong communication skills, empathy, and a can-do attitude. Barchester Healthcare offers competitive pay, free training, development opportunities, retail discounts, and rewards. This role does not accept sponsorships or visa switches.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a well-regarded provider of care services, known for its commitment to quality and compassionate care. Operating a number of care homes, Barchester Healthcare is dedicated to ensuring that residents receive the support and attention they need to live fulfilling lives. Employees are at the heart of the organisation, with Barchester offering comprehensive training and development programs to enhance skills and career prospects. The company's rewards package is sector-leading, including competitive pay, employee recognition, and benefit schemes. Working for Barchester Healthcare means being part of a team that values dedication, empathy, and excellence in resident care, providing an enriching environment for both staff and residents.
Job description Job responsibilities
This is a full time/Part time role on days or nights
Shift times: 8am to 8pm or 8pm to 8am
Note: We are not accepting sponsorships or switch.
ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too. It's a chance to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. Every day will be different, so you can expect to undertake work that's as varied as it is rewarding. As a Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each of our residents has one-to-one time. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career.
ABOUT YOUTo join us as a Care Assistant you'll need to have some experience of caring for older people, a can-do approach and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach will shine through, but above all, you'll have the compassion needed to deliver the highest standard of care and support for all our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive.
Candidates must have a minimum of 1 year care experience.
REWARDS PACKAGE
In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including:
Free training and development for all rolesAccess to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savingsUnlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus schemeEmployee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'
And so much more!
If you'd like to use your people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Candidates must have a minimum of 1 year care experience. Excellent communication skills, empathy, and a warm-hearted approach are required.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare
Address Barchester Healthcare
Swindon
SN5 0AD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)